When the group of three girls was out from Aana's view she turned towards Hannah and Grace and was about to say something when both the girls suddenly hugged her tightly. Aana who was not used to sudden hugs froze in her place like a statue. She was feeling very awkward because she just met Grace and now she was hugging her like a teddy bear so she just awkwardly patted their heads.
Aana said with an awkward smile," Leave me, girls, are you planning to kill me with your hug,".
When Grace and Hannah listen to what she just said they both chuckle and leave her after that Hannah winked at Grace and suddenly grabbed Aana's cheek and quickly gave her a long kiss.
Aana said with a grumpy face," Ugh, next time I'm not going to help you for sure," after that she wiped her cheeks with her hands.
Hannah and Grace laughed when they saw that grumpy face and Hannah said," Oh sis, I know you can't see me sad and I miss you so only one kiss is fine as your punishment,".
Aana just rolled her eyes and took a seat with them after that she looked at Grace with a smile and said," Hey Grace, are you fine now don't take their words seriously,".
Grace also smiled and said," I'm fine now just because of you, and thanks for helping me and you know what you were just so cool at that time and I don't know your name and how do you know Hannah,".
Hannah said," Oh sorry I forgot to introduce you guys, so Grace she is my sis and brother Jack's best friend Aana D'souza, and I think you already know about her but you never met her, you just met cris right,".
Grace replied," Ahh, yes I heard about you before,".
Aana nodded and said," Hmm, Hannah, no need to introduce her, I already knew her,".
Noah who saw their conversation turned towards Kian with a raised eyebrow and said,
" So you both already know each other and she is Jack's best friend,".
Kian said," No, we don't know each other, we just met today in the morning," after that he told everything that happened in the morning.
Noah, who was shocked, said," What you jumped from the wall because she said so and she is not even afraid to get caught,".
Kian nodded and asked," That's right, I'm going to see Grace you wanna come?".
Noah replied," Yes, and you should also say thanks to Aana,".
Kian said,". Fine, I'll say let's go,". After that, they walked towards the table where they were sitting.
Back at the table, When Grace heard what Aana said she asked," You know me but I don't know you, how is it possible?"
Aana said," You are a famous Princess of Martin family in the U.S everybody knows who you are,".
After that, she said seriously," Look Grace your parents had given you a beautiful name which means ' The God's Grace ' but when they were bullying you didn't show them, your Grace, you were just putting your head down and I never thought that the daughter of Martin family will be this sacred of just school bullies what will you do in future when these type of people will again attack you, I know your family is there for you but they can't be always by your side when you were in trouble you have to take stand for yourself, don't be a loser,".
Before Grace could say anything, Kian who was coming towards them said," I think she is right Grace, you should start taking a stand for yourself, it's important now ".
Grace, Hannah, and Aana looked towards him with surprised faces. Grace said," Big bro,
you saw everything but you didn't say anything to them,".
Instead of Kian, Noah smiled and said," Grace, we were coming but then we saw Aana walking towards you with that scary face so we stopped and we were right she handled them perfectly,".
Grace asked," Ohh, so you guys knew each other,".
Noah," Yes, we are classmates, she is a newbie here, maybe you both can help her by showing her around,".
Before Grace could say anything, Aana said,
"No, it's fine I have some work,".
Noah said," Ok, fine btw we saw you reading murder mystery before are you interested in mystery books?".
Before Aana could reply, Hannah who was listening to them suddenly laughed hard leaving everyone surprised.
Hannah controlled herself and said," Sorry guys but I couldn't control,".
She turned towards Noah and Kian and said,
"You guys are right sis is very interested in those books but there is a specific reason..".
But before she could say further Aana who was already in a panic state shut her mouth with her hand.
Aana said," It's nothing, I like reading those books and there is no specific reason".
Hannah removed her hand and said with a pout," Don't lie, she likes those books because from her childhood she loves to play a game policeman and Murderer and she plays that with us Jack, Cris and me and till now she took different stories from these books and become a police officer and made us the culprit of the story,".
When Kian, Noah, and Grace heard this they were speechless and looked at each other while controlling themselves from laughing but Noah and Grace were not able to control themselves longer so they burst into laughter.
Kian was trying hard to not laugh because he didn't want to make fun of her but when he saw Anna's red face he was no longer in his control and started laughing.
When everyone saw him laughing they all stared at him because it had been a long time since they last saw him laughing freely. Even Aana was mesmerized by smile. He looks really good while laughing.
When everyone saw him laughing they all stared at him because it had been a long time since they last saw him laughing freely. Even Aana was mesmerized by his smile. He looks really good while laughing.
When Kian saw them staring at him he said," What, why are you guys staring at me like this, look that was funny and that's why I'm laughing,".
Noah said," Nothing bro,". After that, he turned towards Aana and said," Sorry Aana for that but do you like those books because of that,".
Aana nodded with a red face and said,'' I'm
getting late guys I need to go,".
As she was about to run from there, suddenly she tripped in her tracks and grabbed Grace's bag for help but because of the sudden force, all the stuff in the bag fell on the ground with Aana.
Everyone was shocked and hurried to help her, Kian who was close to her helped her to stand properly and said," Be careful, don't run, we are not going to eat you up,".
Aana said," Thanks and sorry for that I will just pick it up,". After that, she started to pick up the things that were on the ground.
As she was keeping the things inside the bag she saw an open Art notebook near a pencil box she picked it up and was about to put it inside the bag when she saw a beautiful painting of a lonely girl. She was so impressed by the painting that she carefully looked at it and observed the different emotions in one painting. She was surprised because she had never seen this thoughtful painting before.
Aana also wanted to become an artist; she used to make abstract paintings. At this time she was getting prepared for the biggest art competition in the U.S for the youngsters but for that competition she needed a partner who makes paintings with different styles but with some unique ideas and full of emotions but she was not getting one with all those abilities and for the competition, only 2 weeks were left.
When she saw this painting there was a different spark in her eyes and at that time she was sure that this is what she wanted from her partner.
She looked up from the notebook and saw everyone was staring at her, she stood up from the ground with a bag and notebook in her hand.
Aana walked towards Grace and gave her a bag and asked," Whose painting is this? It's very creative. I want to talk to them personally? "
Grace looked at her and said," I made this so you can talk to me if you need anything,".
Aana who heard this suddenly hugged her tightly in excitement with a big smile. When others saw this they were also surprised and confused they all looked at each other in confusion.
Aana released Grace from a hug when she realized what she did just now she awkwardly smiled towards Grace and said," Sorry, actually I was happy and excited just now we can talk first,".
All of them sat down again and looked at Aana in confusion.
Aana looked at Grace and asked," Did you hear about the ' Young artists of the year competition ' ".
Grace said," Of course, It's the biggest competition for Youngsters in the U.S and I also wanted to take part in it but I don't have a partner,".
Aana smile and said," That's great then, look Grace even I wanna take part in this competition I'm waiting for this for almost a year and even I don't have a partner and I make abstract paintings and I'm looking for an artist who made the painting just like what you made, so if you don't mind we can make the team,".
Grace first looked at Aana and then Kian with hesitation but before she could say anything Hannah said excitedly," You don't have to worry about the paintings Grace, Sis paintings are super awesome you both will make the best team for sure,".
Kian said," I think Grace should decide it's her wish after all,".
Noah said," That's right what you think Grace,".
Grace looked at Aana and asked with a smile," Can I have a look at your painting first before I make my decision,".
Aana smiled and said," No problem, you can visit me anytime with Hannah,".
Grace said," Ok after school I will come and if I like your paintings then we will make a team and fill the form for the competition and you have to meet my parents because I know they won't agree if they don't know you,".
Aana said," Fine, I think I'm getting late for my class so I should take my leave first but before that this is my number you can call me anytime,".
After that, she writes her number on a blank page and gives it to Grace.
Noah also stood up and said," I think everything is sorted so we should also leave, Aana you can come with us we were also going to the class, ".
Kian also said," I'm taking my leave then, Grace meet me after school, let's go, guys,".
Aana nodded and they left the library together, after they left the library they walked towards the class.
While walking Noah asked," So Aana you want to become Artist,".
Aana nodded and said," Yes, I love to do painting, especially abstract ones,".
Noah said," Oh that's nice I will come to see your painting one day if you don't mind,".
Aana smiled," No problem, you can visit me anytime but please inform me before coming,".
Noah said," Maybe I should come today even Grace is also coming, and this way you won't feel awkward around me,".
Aana said," Ya, you have a point you can visit with them after school,".
Noah smiled and asked," So does it mean we are friends now? ".
Aana said, "Maybe, I don't know,".
Noah laughed and said, " Fine but we will be friends sooner or later, ".
Aana just shrugged her shoulders and entered the class with Noah and Kian.
Kian was silent all the way he was getting frustrated because of their closeness but didn't say anything….